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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1938
Page
4
The editorial laments the era of widespread social upheaval as people seek a workable system of government. It cites a growing fascist movement in Canada and critiques Hoover era rugged individualism, noting government regulation as imperfect yet necessary. Emphasis falls on resisting fear, hate, and greed to build a just society.
Voter rolls closed for the June 4 primary with about 2300 new names, signaling a potential record turnout. The race includes United States Senate challenger Reynolds facing a vigorous opponent, while local sentiment honors Frank Hancock’s earlier House win tied to High Point.
The text notes steady helpfulness in High Point ambitions and hopes after redistricting removed a representative for the city. It mentions other offices with aspirants and explains the strong interest driving a notable rise in registrants in this off year of politics.
The wage hour bill nears completion with potential presidential signature. Senator Harrison argues for wage differentials by region, while others fear uniform pay could hurt decentralization. The measure fixes a minimum, with actual wages driven by collective bargaining, and debate centers on its economic impact and regional opposition.
The director of unemployment compensation reports that 105 million dollars in benefits were paid in the first four months of the year across 25 states. North Carolina issued 574,737 checks totaling 2,599,474.75 dollars, yet the state’s fund remained level from start to end, suggesting payroll deductions matched benefit payouts despite rising unemployment.
The piece notes the uncertain value of unemployment compensation, observing an early trend to rely on it to carry workers as other sectors scale back. It states that the system has not yet matured enough for clear judgments on its benefits and drawbacks.
Daily Smith argues for spiritual awakening beyond individuals, urging adherence to fundamental laws including a citizenship rule tied to Israelite descent. He warns consequences of violating moral code and government rules, claiming alien influence undermines righteous governance and blessings.
An 83 year old man skips his birthday headstand this year and notes the world remains the same right side up. Candidates start entering the race while Hoover goes fishing. A child’s drawing pad is mocked by a wall problem. Smith College jewels training hints at class reductions. A law against cruel punishments exists while Ethiopia is deported. Germany turns stockings from coffee grounds, coffee from old stock. Uruguay stands out in a crowd as a consulate sign goes missing in Philadelphia with no clear motive.
Walter Winchell on Broadway notes most shows run silently amid baseball nights. Laughs drive box office with 13 of 21 shows billed as laugh crowded. Commentary covers Beatrice Lillie, Walter Wanger, and various films, mags, and trends in Hollywood and New York theatre.
A reader recalls a young man pursuing UNC and law exams, and reflects on the demanding path to becoming a lawyer. The piece notes Sam Leibowitz’s tough cases, historic NC jurists, Lincoln’s moral stance, and the idea that honest, just lawyers serve society. it praises integrity and mercy in the profession.
A review highlights Hector Bolitho's new Letters of Queen Victoria translated from German archives. The volume reveals Victoria as a human figure, sharing intimate thoughts on state and domestic life, with letters to the King of Prussia and Empress Augusta. Bolitho provides commentary linking the era to art, culture, and Prince Albert’s influence, while noting life-long concerns, fears, and affections. A separate note mentions Nicholls's Painting in Oils and Saroyan's Love Here Is My Hat as engaging complementary reads.
An essayic meditation on vanity cites Sam Jones and a mathematician in praising beauty while warning against excess. It critiques cosmetic use among American women, noting calcimining, lip color, and artificial touches as grotesque when overdone, and calls for “just enough” makeup to avoid wasteful display.
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